Nyemwang Konyak, 90+ years old, one of the last “head hunters” alive with Yungan Khampei (24) the tallest man in Nagaland at the Konyak Morung. (Morung Photo)
Kisama, December 4 (MExN): Yungan Khampai Konyak, the tallest man in Nagaland at 6 feet 9 inches, has become a major attraction at the ongoing Hornbill Festival.
The 24-year-old, weighing 120 kg and hailing from Longwawasa village in Mon district, has been greeting visitors at the Konyak Morung in the Nagaland Heritage Village, stated a report by DIPR.
Clad in traditional attire, Konyak’s presence is drawing curious visitors and enhancing the festive atmosphere, the report added.
The Konyak community considers him a “gift of God,” and his participation is seen as a blessing for all Nagas at the festival, the DIPR noted.
Yungan Khamoai, one of five siblings, is drawing tourists to the Konyak tribal dwelling, with photography allowed on a freewill contribution basis.
The annual Hornbill Festival is underway at the Kisama heritage village near the state capital.
